Free-agent right-handed pitcher Chris Paddack has reached an agreement on a one-year, major-league contract with the Miami Marlins, according to reports. The move was first reported by Jon Heyman of the New York Post and subsequently confirmed by Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
The veteran starter joins the Marlins rotation following a tenure with the Minnesota Twins. Paddack, who is known for his aggressive style and signature changeup, has spent the last several seasons navigating recovery from his second Tommy John surgery. He successfully returned to the mound to provide valuable innings for the Twins during their 2023 postseason push and the 2024 regular season.
Before his time in Minnesota, Paddack began his career with the San Diego Padres, where he emerged as a high-upside starter in 2019. The Miami Marlins are expected to utilize Paddack to stabilize a pitching staff that has seen significant turnover. The financial terms of the one-year agreement have not yet been officially released by the club.
By securing a major-league deal, Paddack adds an experienced arm to the Miami clubhouse as the team continues to shape its roster for the 2026 campaign. This signing marks another key addition for the Marlins in the mid-winter free agency period.
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